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Author Visit and Reading: Carol Bell
2026-05-09 13:00:00 2026-05-09 15:00:00 America/New_York Author Visit and Reading: Carol Bell A Community Partner Program. For Adults. Kingsville - Highline Branch -

Saturday, May 09
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-09 13:00:00 2026-05-09 15:00:00 America/New_York Author Visit and Reading: Carol Bell A Community Partner Program. For Adults. Kingsville - Highline Branch -

A Community Partner Program. For Adults.

Carol Bell will be presenting her new book, Confessions of a BAD*ASS GRANDMA: True Stories from 10 Years as a Private Investigator!

Carol Bell is an ex-private investigator based in a small Southwest, Ontario community near Windsor. With years of experience in uncovering the truth and solving mysteries, she has honed her instincts and developed a passion for justice that drives everything she does.

Carol is excited to share her upcoming book, where she'll delve into the intriguing cases and lessons she learned throughout her career. Whether you're a fellow investigator, a true crime enthusiast, or just curious about the chaotic life of an investigator, her book offers a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of this profession.

Books will be available for purchase.

AGE GROUP: | Senior | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Author Event |

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